DATA SHEET NO.

2006-009

EPIGARD 5 HIGH BUILD ZINC PHOSPHATE PRIMER GREY/RED

A two pack polyamide cured epoxy high build primer with a high level of anti-corrosive Zinc phosphate pigment loading for excellent protection to steel in severely corrosive environment. It is ideal for application in areas where higher thickness is required for achieving optimum performance. The red version contains red oxide of iron apart from zinc phosphate. PRODUCT INFORMATION Colour Finish Flash Point Mixing Ratio Volume Solids Recommended dry film thickness Corresponding wet film thickness Theoretical Spreading Rate Drying time Grey / Red oxide Matt Above 20o C Base : Accelerator 5 : 1 (by volume) 55 % approximately 75 - 100 microns per coat 136 - 182 microns SURFACE PREPARATION STEEL SURFACES: Degrease and blast clean to Sa 2 grade minimum of Swedish specification SIS - 05 5900 - 1967. If blast cleaning is not practical make full use of mechanical tools along with manual cleaning and wire brushing to remove loose rust / scale to St 2 or St 3 grade of Swedish specification. Surface should be perfectly clean and dry before application of Epigard 5 HB Zinc Phosphate Primer.

7.3 5.5 Sq.metre per litre Surface dry 2 - 3 hours. Handleable 4 - 6 hours Full cure 7 days

APPLICATION DETAILS Method of application: Brush / Roller / Spray. Airless spray recommended for uniform and high film build. Notes on Airless Spray: Tip Range : - 21 - 26 thou. Total out put fluid pressure 2500 3000 psi. (176 210 kg/sq.cm.) Pot life: 3 - 5 hours. Thinner Thinner 6756 USES Special saline & quality High build epoxy as zinc in

Interval before Overcoating Storage life

Minimum - 18 hours Maximum - 7 days Upto 12 months so long as the material is stored in sealed containers standard storage under warehouse condition.

phosphate primer for use in highly humid, corrosive environments Refineries, Petrochemical units, Gas plant, Fertilizer units, DM Water plants etc.

Dry Heat Resistance

Upto 150o C (Intermittent)

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DATA SHEET NO. 2006-009

EPIGARD 5 HIGH BUILD ZINC PHOSPHATE PRIMER GREY/RED

SYSTEM SELECTION GUIDE SURFACE Steel 1st COAT Epigard 5 HB Zinc Phosphate Primer - do 2nd COAT Epigard 4 Finish / Shalithane / Epithane HB Finish Epigard XL HB 533 / TL HB 533 Finish Bipigard CTE XL Black / Bipigard 580 HB CTE Black Chlorokote HB MIO 3rd COAT Epigard 4 Finish / Shalithane / Epithane HB Finish Epigard XL HB 533 / TL HB 533 Finish Bipigard CTE XL Black / Bipigard 580 HB CTE Black Chlorokote / Chlorokote HB finish 4th COAT -

- do -

- do -

- do -

- do -

- do -

Chlorokote / Chlorokote HB finish

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE GUIDE EXPOSURE Acids Alkalis Solvents Salt Water SPLASH & SPILLAGE Good Very Good Excellent Excellent Excellent NOTES 1. This cancels all previous literature on this product and is subject to revision without notice 2. Do not apply when temperature falls below 10o C or rises above 50o C and when relative humidity rises above 90%. Do not apply during rain, fog or mist. 3. Use off mixed paint within stipulated pot life period. 4. Use of thinners other than supplied or approved by Shalimar may adversely affect product performance and void product warranty whether express or implied. HEALTH AND SAFETY Please refer to the separate safety data sheet available with detailed information. PRECAUTION Provide adequate ventilation during application and drying. For proper curing of film, ambient temperature should not be lower than 10o C. If in doubt regarding the suitability of this product please consult Tuffkote Protective Coating Division. FUMES & OUTDOOR EXPOSURE Good Very Good Excellent Excellent Excellent

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The information in this leaflet is given in good faith. The company will not be liable for loss or damage howsoever caused including liability for negligence, which may be suffered by the user of the data contained therein. It is the user's responsibility to conduct all necessary tests to confirm the suitability of any product or system for their intended use. No guarantee of result is extended since conditions of use are beyond our control.

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Nov 2006

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